Reproduction Settee
Mid-20th Century French Louis XIV Settees
Wood
Vintage 1960s American Settees
Fruitwood, Upholstery
Antique 19th Century British William and Mary Settees
Silk
Vintage 1910s British William and Mary Settees
Cotton, Giltwood, Walnut
Early 20th Century English Charles II Settees
Tapestry, Velvet
Late 20th Century American American Colonial Sofas
Textile, Wood
Antique Early 19th Century English Dining Room Chairs
Beech
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Walnut
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Living Room Sets
Walnut
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sectional Sofas
Leather
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21st Century and Contemporary French Louis XVI Benches
Upholstery, Wood
Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Bed Coronas
Wood, Giltwood
Vintage 1970s French Space Age Architectural Elements
Metal, Aluminum
Antique Late 19th Century British Benches
Upholstery, Hardwood
Antique Early 18th Century French Baroque Western European Rugs
Silk, Wool
2010s Belgian Modern Club Chairs
Linen
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Chaise Longues
Fabric, Wood
Early 2000s Italian Rococo Curtains and Valances
Gold
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sideboards
Brass
2010s Belgian Modern Sofas
Linen
2010s Belgian Modern Club Chairs
Linen
Antique 1870s Austrian Fireplaces and Mantels
Wood
Vintage 1950s British Baroque Beds and Bed Frames
Velvet, Oak
Vintage 1940s French Louis XVI Club Chairs
Beech
21st Century and Contemporary English Georgian Console Tables
Gold Leaf
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Daybeds
Upholstery, Walnut
Recent Sales
Antique 18th Century Italian Louis XV Settees
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1930s French Rococo Sofas
Giltwood
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s American Settees
Wood, Upholstery
Vintage 1960s American Settees
Wood, Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary American Napoleon III Settees
Natural Fiber
Vintage 1950s French Settees
Fabric
Late 20th Century Unknown Chippendale Settees
Hardwood
Late 20th Century North American Chippendale Settees
Mahogany
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Settees
Late 20th Century American Chippendale Settees
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Leather
Early 20th Century Austrian Living Room Sets
Wood, Upholstery
20th Century American Benches
Wood
Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Chenille, Foam, Teak
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Oak, Wool
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
21st Century and Contemporary English Benches
Ash
Mid-20th Century British Hollywood Regency Sofas
Bronze
20th Century European Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Fabric, Beech, Giltwood
Antique 19th Century Italian Louis XVI Settees
Upholstery, Wood
Early 20th Century Georgian Settees
Walnut
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XV Settees
Giltwood, Fabric
Early 20th Century American American Colonial Painted Furniture
Pine
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Iron
Late 20th Century Arts and Crafts Chairs
Oak
20th Century American Arts and Crafts Living Room Sets
Wicker, Rattan, Willow
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Steel
Antique Early 1900s English Victorian Stools
Leather, Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Settees
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary American Settees
Cotton, Mahogany
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Settees
Burlap, Wood
Early 20th Century Settees
Mahogany, Silk, Ivory
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Settees
Cane, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Patio and Garden Furniture
21st Century and Contemporary English Sofas
21st Century and Contemporary French Benches
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Canapes
Fabric, Wood
Early 20th Century Living Room Sets
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Daybeds
Pine, Upholstery
French Living Room Sets
Wood, Paint
21st Century and Contemporary American Settees
Reproduction Settee For Sale on 1stDibs
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Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
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